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User Guide and Safety Instructions
• Safe, Efficient
and Universal Use
• Charge AGM, Gel Cell,
Deep Cycle Lead Acid
types and LiFePO4
Lithium battery types.
• Needs to be turned
on by hand.
Features
Pulse
Patented Pulse Technology increases the duty and life cycles of all 6V, 12V, Lithium, EFB,
AGM, Wet, CA/CA, AGM and Gel lead-acid batteries up to three times.
Desulfate
The unique application of patented PULSE conditioning provided by PulseTech
increases performance and life cycles of any size or type of 6V, 12V lead-acid or lithium
battery by minimizing the size of damaging lead sulfate crystals.
Test
Xtreme Charge
to determine the appropriate charge rate based on your battery's current capacity and
condition. This TEST step also includes a "Bad Battery" indication if it determines the
battery is faulty and cannot be re-charged.
Charge
A proprietary microprocessor controlled integrated charging process measures both
voltage and current and applies only the amount of charge your battery is able to accept
at any given time. As the patented pulse technology is applied in combination with the
saturation charge the battery's condition improves. This proprietary process inhibits and
removes sulfation, protects the battery from overcharging and extends its operating life.
Maintain
The XC450 is also designed to be a MAINTENANCE charger for any type of 6V, 12V
lead-acid or lithium battery. Through application of our proprietary charge algorithms
and high frequency pulsing processes, your battery is maintained safely at its proper op-
erating voltage indefinitely. If the charger is connected to a discharged battery, its BULK
charge capability (4-amp) will re-charge the battery rapidly and safely so it can be put
back into service quickly.
XTREME
CHARGE
XC450
300X010
evaluates the battery during initial connection and tests it continually
®
Xtreme Charge 4-Amp
®
12V/6V Lead-Acid and
Lithium Battery
Charger, Maintainer
and Conditioner
Does not work with PulseTech QuadLink.
Use XC400 4-Amp Battery Charger Maintainer.
Products
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Summary of Contents for PulseTech XTREME CHARGE XC450
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Page 1: Features
Patented Pulse Technology increases the duty and life cycles of all 6V, 12V, Lithium, EFB, AGM, Wet, CA/CA, AGM and Gel lead-acid batteries up to three times. Desulfate The unique application of patented PULSE conditioning provided by PulseTech Products ™ increases performance and life cycles of any size or type of 6V, 12V lead-acid or lithium battery by minimizing the size of damaging lead sulfate crystals. Test Xtreme Charge evaluates the battery during initial connection and tests it continually ® to determine the appropriate charge rate based on your battery’s current capacity and condition. This TEST step also includes a “Bad Battery” indication if it determines the battery is faulty and cannot be re-charged. Charge A proprietary microprocessor controlled integrated charging process measures both voltage and current and applies only the amount of charge your battery is able to accept at any given time. As the patented pulse technology is applied in combination with the saturation charge the battery’s condition improves. This proprietary process inhibits and removes sulfation, protects the battery from overcharging and extends its operating life. Maintain The XC450 is also designed to be a MAINTENANCE charger for any type of 6V, 12V lead-acid or lithium battery. Through application of our proprietary charge algorithms and high frequency pulsing processes, your battery is maintained safely at its proper op- erating voltage indefinitely. If the charger is connected to a discharged battery, its BULK charge capability (4-amp) will re-charge the battery rapidly and safely so it can be put back into service quickly. Does not work with PulseTech QuadLink. Use XC400 4-Amp Battery Charger Maintainer. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Features ...........................1 User Guide ........................2-5 Safety Instructions ....................5-7 Pulse Technology ......................7 Specifications .........................7 5-Year Limited Warranty ................... 8 Products and Accessories ..................8 User Guide Do not operate without first reading the Important Safety Instructions. Connect red battery clip to positive (+) battery post. Then con- nect black battery clip to negative (-) battery post. Once you’ve connected the battery cables properly, you can begin the charging process. Plug Xtreme Charge into 120V or 240V AC power source. FAULT CONDITIONS If red “No Connection” light illuminates, charger is not con- nected to battery, or inline fuse on positive battery lead needs to be replaced. - Page 3 LiFePO4: When the voltage is at ≥15V: There is over pressure. At this moment both CHARGING and BAD BATTERY are flashing. When the charger is unplugged from AC power but still connected to a battery, the battery type LED will light occasionally so it needs to be disconnected at the SAE connector going to the battery when unplugged from AC. The AGM LED will flash every three seconds. 3. Soft start charging phase: (The Pulsing turns on; The CHARGING light is on, and the PULSING light is flashing): Below are suitable results for AGM/STD battery charging phases: If the battery voltage is at <3.5V (6V battery) or 7V (12V bat- tery) the battery will charge with 70% of the limited current (limited current is 2.8A); When the battery voltage meets the conditions above, then it will quit the soft start charging phase and turn to the bulk charging phase. If the soft start charging time is over 31.5 hours, then stops charging and the display stage will show an error. At this moment the CHARGING and BAD BATTERY will be flashing. Below is suitable for LiFePO4 battery: If the battery voltage is at 8V<battery voltage - <10V, then the current will be limited to 0.5A. If the battery voltage is at >10V, then quit the soft start charging phase and enter into the bulk charging phase. If the soft charging time is over 2 hours, then it will start charging and display the stage error. At this moment both the CHARGING and BAD BATTERY lights will be flashing. 4. Bulk charging phase: (The Pulsing is on; the CHARGING light is on, and the PULSING light is flashing. Bulk charging mode: Bulk charging with the limited current(4A±10%). Below is suitable for AGM/STD battery. If the bulk charging is at 31.5H and the voltage rise difference is less than 4.5V (6V battery) or 9V (12V battery) then stop charging and the display will state an error: Both the CHARING and the BAD BATTERY light will be flashing. Below is suitable for LiFePO4: If the bulk charging time is over 10 hours, then it will stop charging and indicate the stage of error: Both the CHARGING and the BAD BATTERY lights will be flashing. 5. Recovery mode (CHARGING and PULSING flashing): If the charger loses power, power comes back on, the same mode as previously used will not return. Below is suitable for AGM/STD battery. If the battery’s voltage before charging is at < 6.15V(6V battery) or <12.3V (12V battery) or if the battery enters the voltage stage after charging for 5 minutes, it will enter the battery repair mode...
- Page 4 6. Float prediction: When the battery charges within 48 hours, the voltage reaches the constant pressure point and the current is less than 0.8A, the DC current and the Pulse Charging will both close for 30 secs. Below are three situations which will bring you back to step 5 to continue charging: a. Voltage is <10V (5V for 6V) and the maximum current is <1A b. The variation of voltage is <1V (0.5V for 6V) c. Voltage is at <13.2V (6.6V for 6V) With the exception of the above three situations, it will enter into the next phase: Float charging. 7. Float charging phase: During the float charging phase, the DC current closes, and the pulse charging turns on. The clip off function continuous detection (There’s no pulse on 6V). Here are two examples of the float charging phase: a. When the battery voltage drops less than 13.6V after 5 minutes it will turn on the DC cur- rent charging and change to “b” step. b. When the battery voltage is at >14.2V and the current is at <0.8A, then the DC current turns off and it will turn back to “a” step as a cycle. *Note: LiFePO4 battery types are excluded from the float charging phase and Pulse. Below is the charging mode of LifePO4: Bulk charging phase: a. After the battery charges for 16 hours, the voltage is at ≤12.8V, “BAD BATTERY” is flash- b. After the battery charges for 16 hours, the voltage is at 12.8V < voltage - <14.3V, it will enter the Absorption charging phase with the present voltage. c. After the battery charges within 16 hours, and the voltage is at >14.3V, it will then enter the absorption charging phase. Absorption charging phase: Constant voltage charging time is at least 5 minutes 12V/LiFePO4: 14.3V Float charging phase: In the absorption mode, the charging current is kept below 0.3A ± 0.2A, or the current reduction is less than 0.5A per 2 hours. If the constant voltage charging exceeds 12 hours, it transitions to the float charging mode. Float charge voltage: 6.9V (for 6V batteries), 13.8V (for 12V batteries). During the float charging stage: a. If the voltage exceeds 14V (for 7V and 6V mode), the pulsing charging shuts down, and the pulsing indicator light turns off. b. If the voltage drops below 13.8V (for 6.9V and 6V mode), the pulsing charging is activated, and the pulsing indicator light turns on. Maximum float charge current: 2A. Float charging duration: 4 hours. 7. Cycle charging: After 4 hours of float charging, the system will enter sleep mode (minimum duration of 2 hours).
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Page 5: Safety Instructions
AGM and STD Recovery(Battery repair) 6 hours/max Float 4 hours Soft Start 2 hours/max Bulk 10 hours/max LiFePO4 Absorption 12 hours/max Safety Instructions 1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for your battery charger 2. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by PulseTech Products may result in a risk of fire, elec- tric shock, or injury to persons. 3. To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger. 4. An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If extension cord must be used, make sure: a) The pins on the plug of the extension cord are the same number, size and shape as those of the plug on the charger. b) The extension cord is properly wired and in good elec- trical condition; and c) The wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of the charger as specified: Length of cord (ft): 50 100 150 Fig. - Page 6 8. To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Turning off controls will not reduce this risk. 9. WARNING – RISK OF EXPLOSIVE GASES. a) WORKING IN THE VICINITY OF A BATTERY IS DANGEROUS. BATTERIES GENERATE EXPLOSIVE GASSES DURING NORMAL BATTERY OPERATION. FOR THIS REASON, IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT EACH TIME BEFORE USING YOUR CHARGER, YOU READ THIS MANUAL AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS EXACTLY. b) To reduce the risk of battery explosion, follow these instructions and those published by battery man- ufacturer and manufacturer of any equipment you intend to use in vicinity of battery. Review cautionary marking on these products and on engine. 10. PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS a) Someone should be within range of your voice or close enough to come to your aid when you work near a battery. b) Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or eyes. c) Wear complete eye protection and clothing protection. Avoid touching eyes while working near bat- tery. d) If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash immediately with soap and water. If acid enters the eye, immediately flood the eye with running cold water for at least 10 minutes and get medical attention imme- diately. e) NEVER smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity of battery or engine. f) Be extra cautious to reduce the risk of dropping metal tools onto battery. It might spark or short-cir- cuit battery or other electrical part that may cause explosion. g) Remove personal metal items such as rings, bracelets, necklaces, and watches when working with a battery. A battery can produce a short-circuit current high enough to weld a ring or the like to metal, causing a severe burn. h) Use charger for charging a battery only. It is not intended to supply power to a low voltage electri- cal system other than in a starting, lighting and ignition application. Do not use the battery charger for charging dry-cell batteries that are commonly used with home appliances. These batteries may burst and cause injury to persons and damage to property. i) NEVER charge a frozen battery. 11. PREPARING TO CHARGE a) If necessary to remove battery from vehicle to charge, always remove grounded terminal from bat- tery first. Make sure all accessories in the vehicle are off, so as not to cause an arc. b) Be sure the area around battery is well ventilated while battery is being charged. Gas can be forceful- ly blown away by using a piece of cardboard or other nonmetallic material as a fan. c) Clean battery terminals. Be careful to keep corrosion from coming in contact with the eyes. d) Add distilled water to each cell until battery acid reaches the level specified by battery manufacturer. This helps purge excessive gas from cells. Do not overfill. For a battery without cell caps, carefully follow manufacturer’s recharging instructions. e) Study all battery manufacturer’s specific precautions such as removing or not removing cell caps while charging and recommended rates of charge.
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Page 7: Pulse Technology
Specifications Xtreme Charge XC450 includes charger with fuse-protected quick-disconnect battery clamps and lugs, Important Safety Instructions and Feature and Use Guide. Functional Output Cable Length - 8 ft Dimensions - 6.8”L x 3.5”W x 1.9”L Power Cord Length - 6 ft... -
Page 8: 5-Year Limited Warranty
PulseTech’s instructions and observe the warnings on the product and the instruction manual), or other conditions beyond the control of PulseTech or (B) damaged in transit to PulseTech, or (2) the owner is not the original purchaser that purchased the product from PulseTech directly or through an authorized PulseTech dealer or distributor.
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